Bristol Compressors International and DHX Electric Machines announced an exclusive global strategic partnership to develop next-generation HVAC/R compressor technology using DwHX electric motors. The announcement was made on January 18, 2018.

Integrated Power Services (IPS), a motor and generator repair and distribution provider, signed a partnership with Gefran Drives and Motion Control Group to offer drive and motion control products and services in North America. The agreement was announced on June 14, 2017.